Over the past few years, the rise of electronic publishing has meant a significant decline in print media. Newspapers as well as magazines have felt the pinch as readers have looked to online options, including the online editions of many print titles themselves.
A number of publishers are … [Read more...]

Every day photos with unknown sources are shared on social media and blogs. Most of the people posting these photos without credit do not do so with malicious intent. They have found a nice image that they want to share with their friends or readers. The image makes their point.
I have written at … [Read more...]

Protecting your phone from water during outdoor activities is challenging, especially during the summer months when many of us are active around pools, the beach and more.
In my home state of Hawaii, many people choose to live here because they love the water. It's a water centric kind of place … [Read more...]

The Boom Movement Swimmer waterproof bluetooth speaker is designed to go anywhere with you. Lightweight, simple but very clever, the "tail" of the Swimmer wraps around a large variety of objects, as stationary as your shower head and as mobile as the handlebars on your bike.
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Looking for the last minute perfect Christmas Gift?
Here are our BoomerTechTalk recommendations for this year.
LifeProof Cases and Holders for iPhone and iPad
If your loved one spends any time near water, they will love these products. In Hawaii, they are indispensable. But anywhere people, … [Read more...]

Using a computer mouse to draw on your computer is a lot like drawing with a bar of soap in your hand. It is very difficult to maneuver and offers very little accuracy. Fortunately, most of us find a pen or pencil much easier to use.
I have used graphic tablets in one form or another for over 30 … [Read more...]

Securing your home and its precious contents is always high on any homeowner’s list of priorities. The traditional method has been to simply turn a key and either lock the doorknob or extend a deadbolt into the door’s frame. Recent advances in electronics have made the process of locking your front … [Read more...]

Invest in yourself this holiday with some smart reading. The holidays are an excellent time for self-improvement as work quiets down for many of us. As you learn and reflect, you may realize you need to update your bios on your social media platforms, especially LinkedIn and GooglePlus.
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Boomers that are Social Business savvy have an advantage in business as employees or owners. Smart companies promote and recruit executives who are not just capable, knowledgeable managers but who also have proven online influence. Only a short-sighted company puts the social reputation of their … [Read more...]

Grandparents day was launched in the USA in 1978 when Jimmy Carter pronounced it a national holiday. Apple does not yet recognize it in their iCal so perhaps it is mainly a gifting holiday. But if you would like to recognize your grandparents who have been so kind to you or your kids, here is a nice … [Read more...]